KPLC Outages Hit 4 Counties: Nairobi, Kisumu Among Major Towns Affected

Stay informed as power cuts span from Central to Western Kenya this weekend

Widespread Outages Across Kenya

Four counties across Kenya will experience scheduled KPLC power outages this weekend, affecting major urban centers including Nairobi and Kisumu. According to KPLC schedules, the interruptions will impact both urban and rural areas from July 19-20, 2025. Notable areas include Upperhill in Nairobi, Reru and Karando in Kisumu, as well as parts of Muranga and Kilifi counties.<br><br>Our community platform combines official utility data with real-time reports to provide comprehensive outage information. For the most up-to-date announcements, residents can follow Kenya Power on X (formerly Twitter) @KenyaPower_Care.<br><br>Specific Areas Affected:

• Nairobi: Upperhill (July 20)
• Kisumu: Reru and Karando areas (July 20)
• Muranga: Gaturi area, including Ngereria (July 19)
• Kilifi: Mtwapa and Kanamai areas (July 20)

With outages spanning from Central to Western Kenya, staying informed is crucial for proper planning. Nijulishe provides timely notifications to help you prepare for these widespread interruptions.

Regional Impact and Preparation

The scheduled outages will have varying impacts across different regions of Kenya:<br><br>Central Kenya: Muranga County residents, particularly in the Gaturi area, should prepare for a full day without power on Saturday, July 19.<br><br>Coastal Region: Parts of Kilifi County, including the popular areas of Mtwapa and Kanamai, will experience outages on Sunday, July 20.<br><br>Western Kenya: Kisumu County will see interruptions in multiple areas on Sunday, July 20, affecting both residential and commercial zones.<br><br>Nairobi Metropolitan: The capital's Upperhill area, known for its business district, will face outages on Sunday, July 20.<br><br>To minimize disruption, residents and businesses across these regions should:

• Charge essential devices in advance
• Prepare alternative lighting sources
• Secure backup power for critical equipment
• Plan activities that don't require electricity

Stay ahead of these widespread outages by signing up for Nijulishe's timely notifications. Our platform combines official KPLC schedules with community insights to provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information across all affected counties.<br><br>

Saturday , July 19, 2025

• Muranga 9.00 A.M. - 5.00 P.M.: Gaturi

Sunday , July 20, 2025

• Kilifi 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.: Shimo La Tewa, Shimo La Tewa
• Kisumu 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.: Kabonyo/Kanyagwal, Central Kisumu
• Nairobi 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.: Woodley/Kenyatta Golf